NITI Aayog’s proposition to replace the current Medical Council of India (MCI) with a National Medical Commission has received the permission with a majority of the States in favor of the recommendations. NITI Aayog on Thursday had a meeting with the representatives from 20 States to hold discussion on the overhaul of the MCI. The meeting was chaired by its Vice-Chairman. “Most States were on agreeing terms with the recommendations given by the Aayog’s.
One of the substantial proposals on the recommendation list was that instead of just one chairman of the new regulatory body, there should be some members also. Also, the States have asked for more representation in the commission,” an official aware of the meeting said. Consultative committee Additionally, it has also been proposed that a consultative committee be formed, whose function will be to advise the commission. However, the…
